About Hume Centre

The Hume Centre for Ecology and Wildlife Biology is a research institute in Wayanad, Kerala. It works on ecology, climate change, ecosystems, community-based citizen science and sustainable development.

It was founded in 2005 and is named after A.O. Hume, the "Father of Indian Ornithology". Its work focuses on southern peninsular India.

Ecosystems and wildlife

Conservation and restoration of vulnerable habitats and threatened species across the Western Ghats.

Science education

Promoting scientific temperament among children and youth through hands-on ecology sessions.

Climate change and resilience

Building local climate resilience, rainfall tracking, and landslide early warnings.

Food systems

Developing sustainable, local food systems for regional communities and indigenous tribes.